4-H Programs
2026 Winter/Spring Youth Programs
Welcome to 4-H in Marathon County! All youth activities are offered by the University of Wisconsin – Madison, Division of Extension – Marathon County, and the Marathon County 4-H Leaders Federation. Traditionally, 4-H programs happen where ever youth are. This could be after school, or as a workshop, club, camp, or special event. 4-H programs are offered in a wide variety of formats and places because they’re designed to fit the interests and needs of the diverse young people who live in our rural and urban communities.
We will be offering a variety of programs for all youth in the Marathon Communities, currently in 5K to one year past high school. Some programs have specific ages while others are open to all youth.
Stop back often, we will update as more programs are offered.
Questions? Contact Holly Luerssen, 4-H Educator, at holly.luerssen@wisc.edu or 715-261-1240.
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Walk on the Wildside
For Youth in Grade 3+
Get ready to Walk on the Wildside! 
Calling all youth in grades 3 and older, this is your chance to explore, discover, and have some seriously wild fun! Join us for an unforgettable field trip to the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary where you’ll:
Go behind the scenes and learn how animals are cared for
Dive into a hands-on water study
Enjoy a guided nature walk and explore the outdoors
And the fun doesn’t stop there… we’ll wrap up the day with some classic rides at Bay Beach Amusement Park 
Spots are limited, so don’t miss out on this wild adventure—grab a friend and sign up today!
Date: June 18th
Time: Approx. 8am-6pm
Fee: $25 per youth
Enrollment closes on May 22nd or when the spots fill.
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Building Blocks of Leadership – Rescheduled!
For Youth in Grade 6+
Leaders aren’t born, they’re built. 
At the Building Blocks of Leadership workshop, you’ll strengthen your leadership skills, learn new teambuilding games, and practice creating a welcoming space for everyone. Great for club officers, project youth leaders, camp counselors, and those interested in learning something new.
This is your moment. Let’s build it!
Date: April 12 – Rescheduled
Sign up by March 10th @ https://bit.ly/4-HBB26
Time: 1-2 pm – Rescheduled
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4-H Photography 101 Workshops
Ready to level up your photos? Join us for 4-H Photography 101!
Three sessions—come to one or attend them all
Learn basic photography skills
Discover tips to enhance photo quality
Practice shooting with friends and have fun
Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to sharpen their skills (grades 3-12). Grab your camera (or phone) and get ready to see the world through a new lens! 
Register ASAP @ https://bit.ly/4-HPhoto26
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Adults Needed! – Summer Camp
Our camp needs caring adults who believe in youth. Our camp is looking to have the largest number of campers yet, however, we desperately need a few more adults to join us in order to meet the needs. Please consider helping out.
3 days outdoors (June 8-10)
Support campers in new experiences
Help young people grow into confident, capable leaders
Join our summer camp staff and help youth become Beyond Ready.
**To ensure a safe, supportive experience, we maintain a 1:10 staff-to-camper/counselor ratio and are especially in need of male mentors to serve as positive role models at camp. Contact Holly if you are interested holly.luerssen@wisc.edu.
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Horse Project Workshops
MC 4-H Horse Project Members, check out the upcoming horse project clinics. Looks like a great opportunity to learn and meet others with similar interests.
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Multi-County Goose Chase
Don’t miss out on the Earth Day fun! Grab your friends and get ready to complete a new, exciting County-Wide scavenger hunt! Get ready to learn, explore, and have fun all in one experience!
When: April 20-26
Where: anywhere the missions take you!
To get started:
Register to join the adventure! Register at: https://bit.ly/EarthDayGC
Download the goosechase app.
Create a team (up to 6 players) or participate on your own—everyone is welcome!
Complete missions to earn points. The top three teams will earn a prize.
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Rabbit Workshop
🐰🌟 4-H Rabbit Workshop – Hop On Over! 🌟🐰
Calling all youth interested in rabbits! Join us for the 4-H Rabbit Workshop on March 19th for a fun and informative hands-on learning experience.
Come ready to learn all about rabbit care, handling, showmanship tips, nutrition, and more — but please leave your rabbits at home for this session! 🏠🐇
Whether you’re new to the rabbit project or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop is a great way to build confidence, meet other youth with similar interests, and get ready for the project year ahead.
Don’t miss out — it’s going to be a hare-raising good time! 🐰💚
Watch for more details and be sure to mark your calendar for March 19th!
Register by March 15th at https://bit.ly/4-HRabbit326
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Clover Kaboom
Hey 5K–2nd graders! Join us each month for Clover Kaboom—where every workshop is a brand-new adventure! From hands-on projects to new friends and exciting skills, there’s always something fun to explore.
Saturdays from 9:30-11am. Come for one or for them all.
Feb 21
Mar 7
Apr 18
Enroll @ Clover Kaboom 2026
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Stop back often, we will update as more programs are offered.
Questions? Contact Holly Luerssen, 4-H Educator.